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Determine the apparent velocity vrel of a satellite moving in a circular equatorial orbi...

Determine the apparent velocity vrel of a satellite moving in a circular equatorial orbit 200 mi above the earth as measured by an observer on the equator (a) for a west-to-east orbit and (b) for an east to- west orbit. Why is the west-to-east orbit more easily achieved?

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